Whitewater Kayaks

Whitewater Kayaks are the best way to satisfy that adventurous itch. Whether its throwing tricks in a playboat or sending huge boofs in the creekboat we’ve got you covered! Kayak Shed is based in the mecca of USA whitewater kayaking, Hood River, Oregon. We love paddling and are stoked to get you out there in the best kayak for whatever you’re into. From a multi day self support river trip to a park and play adventure we have the right kayak for you. We are located in one of the best places for Whitewater Kayaking and we go almost every day. With rivers like the White Salmon and Little White right out our back door we have put all of our models to the test. We carry our favorite kayak brands and designs and are passionate about sharing our stoke with you! Let us help you find the right kayak!

The Dagger Nomad has proven itself for many years and although it is hard to believe, it just got better! The new and improved Dagger Nomad 8.2 has more volume, more rocker, and a new deck shape to make you a lean mean boofing machine!

Dagger Kayaks has done the impossible, made the trusty Nomad even better! Introducing the Dagger Nomad 8.6 with increased volume, increased rocker, and re-shaped deck to make you go faster, resurface quicker, and stay on top of even the biggest water.

Dagger Kayaks has done the impossible, made the trusty Nomad even better! Introducing the Dagger Nomad 8.6 with increased volume, increased rocker, and re-shaped deck to make you go faster, resurface quicker, and stay on top of even the biggest water.

The 4Fun is the oldest sibling in the Jackson Fun series. With a little added volume, Jackson has made playboating possible for everyone. The new and improved hull design of the 4Fun takes this boat back to the days of river running, cartwheels, squirts, and surfing for days. The bow rocker has been raised to make crossing holes, charging eddy lines, and boofing a breeze. The sleek, narrow design is great for speed with side wall flair for added stability. The perfect choice for experts or beginners, the 4 Fun will not let you down.

Jackson Karma M is the newest addition to the Jackson family of creeking kayaks. The Karma inherited the best parts of its siblings and yet adding speed, stability, and maneuverability. The rocker profile on the Karma makes for easy downstream paddling over waves and holes. It really blasts through most problems. The Karma adds more hull speed into and out of drops that carry you past … well things you don’t want anything to do with. The Karmas huge sidewalls lend to great secondary stability, plus it keeps you drier and faster. Water shedding deck makes for a predictable resurfacing. We’ll be using the Karma for some of our harder river racing. Why? Well this is directly due to the shape of the hull rocker, hull, and dry bow. Fast, stable, and forgiving this crazy great design turns predictably, nails boofs, and floats over most things in its way with speed and grace. Karma M: Weight: 45 lbs Length: 8’6″ Width: 26” Height : 14.5” Volume: 86 gal Ideal Weight Range: 140-220 lbs Cockpit Dimensions: 35” x 20.25”

Jackson Karma M is the newest addition to the Jackson family of creeking kayaks. The Karma inherited the best parts of its siblings and yet adding speed, stability, and maneuverability. The rocker profile on the Karma makes for easy downstream paddling over waves and holes. It really blasts through most problems. The Karma adds more hull speed into and out of drops that carry you past … well things you don’t want anything to do with. The Karmas huge sidewalls lend to great secondary stability, plus it keeps you drier and faster. Water shedding deck makes for a predictable resurfacing. We’ll be using the Karma for some of our harder river racing. Why? Well this is directly due to the shape of the hull rocker, hull, and dry bow. Fast, stable, and forgiving this crazy great design turns predictably, nails boofs, and floats over most things in its way with speed and grace. Karma M: Weight: 45 lbs Length: 8’6″ Width: 26” Height : 14.5” Volume: 86 gal Ideal Weight Range: 140-220 lbs Cockpit Dimensions: 35” x 20.25”

Jackson Kayak takes playboating to the next level, once again with the Rock Star!

Jackson Kayak Rock Star is shorter and faster making it a big loop machine. Experienced playboaters will notice easier cartwheels, and looser, lighter, snappier control making it a true playboating a joy! Once again a boat that makes you better, right away! The secret? Refined rocker profile, drop chines, more volume, refined bow shape, balanced volume distribution, and a new higher (1.5 inches higher!) seating position that gives you more leverage.

The finish line for the Fun series is the Super Fun. The Super Fun is functional up to a 38” inseam and 280 pounds. Most of the big guys should fit comfortably and still have the performance they are looking for.

The New Fun Series floats the amazing simplicity and versatility of the classic design to the next level of performance– and in so many ways! Rollability: you deserve the confidence that the low stern, flexible backband, and flared sidewall of our Fun series provides every level of paddler – it’s the easiest boat to roll ever!

More Volume: improvements in leg and foot-room pump up the volume, resulting in floatier river running and bigger loops while a 1/2’’ increase in hull-width improves initial stability. Slicier Shape: the new design reduces water resistance, making it easier to get vertical in flatwater. Rounded Deck Edges: the new friendlier deck shape and softened stern edge not only allows water to run off smoother for quicker re-surfacing but also protect your hands and elbows from sharp corners, edges, or deck-lines. Faster, Looser Hull: this new hull is EASIER TO SPIN, faster on waves, and carries more speed through crisply carved turns. A slight crown replaces the grooves to create a silky smooth feel whether on sliding down small waves, big waves, or rocks.

If speed and agility is what you are looking for, the Pyranha 9R is the kayak for you. The narrow width and extreme rocker of the 9R keep you on top of the water and allow for quick edge to edge transitioning. With a length just under 9′, you can enter any race and the performance of the 9R will keep you in the competition.

The wait is over, the new Pyranha Machno Large has arrived! The large rocker, soft chines and wide planing hull of the Machno will take you through any rapid with the predictability and stability of an old friend.